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It’s just after sunrise on a beach somewhere between Tamarindo and Playa Hermosa. The lineup’s thinned out, boards are dripping on the sand, and a bunch of salty, sun-kissed surfers are swapping rash guards for gloves. But they’re not done yet—the next session is just...
When the rainy season hits Costa Rica, it doesn’t just bring back the frogs and turn the roads into rivers. It also signals the unofficial start of flu season. Coughs, colds, and fevers start making the rounds—and that’s when the real healers come out. While modern...
Costa Rica’s Olla de Carne with Ñampi and Tacacos: A Bowl of Wet-Season Nostalgia When the first rains hit the Costa Rican countryside, something magical starts simmering in kitchens across the country. It’s not just food—it’s a memory steeped in steam and firewood....
It’s 6:45 a.m. in the Central Valley. A painter in Palmares unwraps a canvas as golden light cuts through the mist. The smell of freshly brewed coffee—organic, rich, and earthy—drifts through the hills. That aroma? It's likely from Torunes Farm, an artisanal coffee...
There’s something undeniably sensual about the rain in Costa Rica. It doesn’t just fall—it arrives with drama. Thunder claps like a jealous god, lightning sketches passion across the sky, and the earth responds with the scent of wet leaves and longing. And somehow, in...
Exports play a vital role in Costa Rica’s economy, fueling job creation, supporting innovation, and anchoring the country's place in global markets. As a small nation with limited domestic consumption, Costa Rica depends heavily on its ability to trade...
If you’ve ever traveled through Costa Rica—or even chatted with someone who has—you’ve probably heard the term “Tico” tossed around with a smile. It’s more than just a nickname. It’s a source of national pride, a cultural fingerprint, and a charming little insight...
Costa Rica’s Rainy-Season Fungi Frenzy, From Gourmet Delights to Glow-in-the-Dark Oddities When Costa Rica’s skies open and the forest floor turns spongy, something strange and wonderful begins to stir—mushrooms. Not the sad white ones in plastic wrap. We're talking...
How amphibians turn June’s jungle nights into a love-fuelled chorus of croaks, chirps, and colour What happens in Costa Rica’s jungles when the rain starts to fall? As soon as the rainy season begins in June, the forests of Costa Rica explode with amphibian life. The...
Another United Nations Conference, Opportunity or not? By Captain Paul Watson – Co-founder of Greenpeace, Founder of Sea Shepherd, and Founder of the Captain Paul Watson Foundation I've been attending international environmental conferences since the 1972 United...
Flood season foods in Costa Rica When the rivers overflow and fields transform into shimmering lagoons, Costa Rica’s flood season reveals a little-known culinary bounty. It’s not just about survival—it’s about flavour, tradition, and knowing where to look when the...
Yes, it sometimes rains worms—welcome to the rainforest’s most bizarre season. When it comes to Costa Rica’s rainy season, most people imagine lush green jungles, rushing waterfalls, and dramatic afternoon thunderstorms. But those who’ve spent enough time in the more...